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Do what you're comfortable with! If you are okay with moving on, go for it. I've done the week 3 run 5 or 6 times so far, and I still see no moving out of it until i can finish that last 3 minute run without wanting to die. :)

But the bread is what tastes so goooood (and filling)!!! A Turkey Tom subbing avocado spread for mayo is 335 calories - with bread. :)

Check half.com for the dvd at a discounted rate ($5ish + shipping)... grab a pair of 5 lb hand weights, $10-12 for a pair at Target/Walmart. Cheaper than a month at the gym. :)

Get one of those water bottles with a straw... I have one that holds 24 oz and I can easily finish 3 of them just while at work. and can usually get in at least 1 more at home. Plus workout water on top of that.

I bought some at the store last night and plan on trying out some at home "fries" too!! If you google "Sweet potato fries" you'll get some quick easy ideas.

Well said! :) Friends on here, even if strangers, help SO much! Feel free to add me!

I feel the same way about Jillian. :) Check out the Bob Harper Inside Out Method dvds, the strength and cardio ones are great. I do each one 1 or 2x a week just for some variety. Do you have a wii? I've heard Zumba for Wii is amazing too.

endless.com has a pretty decent running shoe finder. If you go to athletic shoes, it should be in the ad bar above the shoes.

Does the treadmill you use have built in HRM too? I bought a polar Ft4 recently, and noticed that the treadmill and ARC trainers now sync up with my personal HRM reading... There could be some interference happening with yours....

I have a small calendar on my fridge like this, and I write in my exercise minutes in red marker. I get disappointed in myself if I see too many white spaces and not enough red ink... I think it's a great/easy/cheap motivational tool! :)

I had a personal trainer a few years ago for the purpose of losing weight, and she said you do need strength training, but shoot for at least 60 minutes of cardio 3x a week, if you can do more, do more. Once I took that advice, I started losing more. My April goal is to stick to that advice too. :)

I sit for my job aallll day too. I only pack specific foods for myself in the morning that will get me through that day. If I keep a box of snack bars or something at my desk, I'll eat them because they're here. Try bitesize types of fruits & veggies! Carrots/Celery & hummus, grapes, string cheese....

Moving the muscles more should help the recovery a little. Go for it even if you have to take it easy! :)

I've had the best luck with going to a shoe store that knows their stuff like New Balance (not a foot locker or anything), we have a few local ones here. They look at the way you walk and take into account what you want to accomplish and any injuries you might have or might be prone to. I got Asics last year, and Brooks…

I like the 90 calorie fiber one bars... FF/SF pudding cups with a splash of redi whip is another great low cal alternative. if you're trying fruits, how about some strawberries with a little SF Chocolate syrup? Do you drink a lot of diet soda? I noticed that once I quit drinking a diet coke every afternoon, my cravings for…

I agree! It looks and sounds like you're doing everything right. If you're feeling full and comfortable, no need to make changes. If you happen to plateau, that's when things could be re-evaluated... but great job so far!!

I just ordered the FT4 on meijer.com for 64.99 today :)

I was doing the 30 day shred in Jan/Feb while on WW and noticed NO weight loss. Even though it's a great quick workout when you're short on time, I don't think it's enough to keep weight loss going. That could just be me though. Also - when I started MFP a little over a week ago, i couldn't deal with 1200/day. The only way…

I tried this last summer - and it was an AMAZING marinade!! You could saute it, or grill it on skewers. (Why yes, I do have this recipe saved on my drive at work!) 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons tequila 1/4 cup olive oil 1 pinch garlic salt 1 pinch ground cumin ground black pepper to taste 1 pound large shrimp,…

Been there - hoping to be the bride someday before I die, so I need the support too. Sending request. :)

I have a wonky scale too (and also cheat and do a daily morning weigh in, but only count 1x a week). I can step on it 4x in a row and get 3 different readings. I think it is time for a new battery though. I never did consider the placement of it - i have a tile floor, so I can see that if I get one of the sensors off…

I'm with Clarissa on it taking longer than 9 weeks... I usually get hung up in weeks 3 and 4 for awhile. (Currently in week 2 on my LAST time at it!!) :) The interval running technique though, is a great way to burn fat when you're getting you heart rate on that up and down roller coaster. Once I get into weeks 2 and 3 is…

Agreed - 1x a week, same time of the week. I usually do AM's. Surprisingly I get a better result if I wait 20 minutes or so after getting up, out of bed, moving around and even eating breakfast. I typically use Thurs/Fri as my weigh In day just because weekends tend to be a bit tougher, so the few days to recover are…

I usually adjust the time on the MFP log so the calories match the machine reading also. :) An HRM is on my shopping list for the next 10 days though!

I LOVE pan fried tilapia too! I usually just grab a random spice mix and sprinkle and make a TON of veggies... dinner under 300 cal's! :)

How do you calculate calories burned for the different workouts? I did the short weight training one for the first time this morning, and I'm not sure how to count it. Or any of them for that matter? Thanks!!